Mountain Savin kuk
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Mountain Savin Kuk maximum rises to its highest point - 2312 meters. At the height of 2287 meters (left) is Bear Peak. Mountain surrounded with beautiful nature, lakes and rocks. The eastern part of the mountain overlooking the lovely lakeside plateau, which is also called the clean side, on the south side - on Sljeme, the height of 2455 meters, with the western part - the Big Valley, to the north - to the Small valley.

Savin Kuk name of the mountain comes from the name of Prince Rastko Nemanjic of Serbia, who left his worldly life and went to the monastery. There he was given the spiritual name of Sava. In all the years of his service, he became a spiritual leader in Serbia and has been classified as a saint during his lifetime.

In winter, here are functioning well-equipped ski slopes, and in summer - offers plenty of opportunities for hiking in the highlands and mountain climbers.

Mountain Savin Kuk has on its territory a mountain center, which is considered one of the least expensive in the Balkans. Start of ski runs come in around 2313 meters, and the total length - 5 km. For the convenience of tourists and are equipped with two cable lines and a number of ski lifts (children included).

Anyone can make the ascent on foot Savin Kuk. The trail that leads to the peak, was laid in the early 20th century, King of Montenegro Nicholas I. The slopes of the mountain are the source with the purest water, Savina water, which, according to legend, has also healing power.

Routes to rise, there are several, but the most optimal - Black Lake (elevation 1416 m), the source of Izvor, then Tochak and after SVOC Glade, then - Savina water and a peak in 2313 m. The average duration of such a lift is 4 hours, with This vertical drop - 900 meters. To perform such an ascent is possible in almost any month, but it is important to remember that it is possible to meet with strong winds, deep snow and low temperatures at high altitudes

All those who love cross-country skiing can take advantage of special trails on the slopes of Savin Cook length about 3-12 km. The length of the main ski route is approximately three and a half kilometers, and elevation - 750 meters.

Among all the tracks available here you can find the right for any difficulty riding: for beginners, for recreation, sports and extreme. In addition to them on the mountain are special trails for children and snowboarders. Some even have lighting for night skiing.

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